DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Rover

The Holybro DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Rover is a high-precision GNSS positioning module developed for UAVs and other aircraft-based navigation systems. It uses the u-blox ZED-F9P multi-band GNSS receiver to provide accurate positioning using signals from multiple satellite constellations.

The module features a dual-band ceramic patch antenna with an integrated low-noise amplifier (LNA), helping it receive satellite signals for reliable navigation. With compatible RTK correction data, it can provide centimeter-level positioning accuracy under suitable conditions.

The DroneCAN interface allows the module to communicate with compatible flight controllers through a CAN bus. This makes installation convenient for Pixhawk-based systems and reduces dependence on dedicated serial ports. Its low-profile design and integrated antenna make it suitable for drone installations where a compact, protected positioning module is preferred.

Unlike the DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Helical model, the Rover version is intended for aircraft rover applications only and is not designed to function as a standalone RTK base station.

Features

• High-precision GNSS positioning using the u-blox ZED-F9P receiver.

• Dual-band ceramic patch antenna with integrated 20 dB LNA.

• Supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS.

• RTK positioning capability with approximately 1 cm accuracy under suitable conditions.

• DroneCAN communication protocol with 1 Mbit/s CAN bus speed.

• Up to 8 Hz RTK navigation update rate.

• Integrated magnetometer, with BMM150 or IST8310 depending on hardware revision.

• Low-profile design for convenient UAV installation.

• Stronger water resistance than the DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Helical model.

• Compatible with supported Pixhawk-based flight controllers.

• Supports ArduPilot and PX4 configurations.

• Firmware upgrade support through the DroneCAN GUI Tool.

Applications

• UAV and drone navigation.

• RTK-based aerial surveying.

• Drone mapping and photogrammetry.

• Precision agriculture drones.

• Autonomous flight systems.

• Industrial UAV development.

• GPS-based positioning research.

• Robotics and autonomous navigation projects.

• Pixhawk-based drone development.

How to Use

1. Mount the DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Rover securely on the drone using a suitable mounting arrangement.

2. Position the module where its antenna has a clear view of the sky.

3. Connect the module to a compatible flight controller using the supplied CAN cable.

4. Provide a regulated power supply within the specified 4.75V–5.25V range.

5. Configure the CAN interface and enable the appropriate DroneCAN GPS settings in the flight controller firmware.

6. Configure the GNSS and compass settings according to the ArduPilot or PX4 documentation.

7. Connect a compatible RTK correction source when centimeter-level positioning is required.

8. Check satellite reception, GNSS status, compass orientation, and RTK fix status before operating the drone.

Important Notes

• Centimeter-level RTK positioning requires compatible correction data from an RTK base station or correction service.

• Actual positioning accuracy depends on satellite visibility, correction quality, antenna placement, multipath interference, and environmental conditions.

• The Rover version is intended for aircraft rover applications only; use a suitable base-station model when a dedicated RTK base station is required.

• Use a regulated power supply within the specified 4.75V–5.25V range.

• Ensure the flight controller supports DroneCAN and the required firmware configuration.

• Configure CAN bus wiring and termination correctly for the connected system.

• Keep the antenna away from obstructions and sources of electromagnetic interference.

• Verify the magnetometer type and hardware revision before configuring compass settings.

• The module has stronger water resistance than the Helical model, but do not assume it is fully waterproof or suitable for prolonged water immersion.

• Cable length and magnetometer type may vary by hardware revision.

Package Includes

• 1 × Holybro DroneCAN H-RTK F9P Rover

• 1 × Fixed Carbon Fiber GPS Mount